Today was one of those days. Lately, I've been teaching Avalon how to stay calm enough to warm up and carry herself properly on a circle. I'm about to switch focus soon, because circles aren't good for young horse joints. However, for now I am cuing her into a working walk by clucking consistently with her inside hind leg. At first this made her want to trot, but today she was really getting it! She was exhibiting a good, forward working walk - stepping under herself and lowering her head. I even introduced the concept a little at the trot.
On top of this, another boarder was out with his gelding, a four year old Rocky Mountain Horse. Ava was distracted, but came back to me when I asked her to focus. It was nice to see that even for all of Avalon's problem areas, she has come a long way in a few months. It's so easy for me to miss all of her little improvements!
I'm so thankful for my little filly.
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